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LJ04 RMU

2004 Piaggio Vespa

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

17,125 mi
Last recorded17,125 miles
Recorded on18 May 2016
Typical for 2004 Piaggio Vespa11,300 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ04 RMU
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2016 17,125 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 11,784 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 718 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 35,450 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2012 35,450 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 2 Dec 2011 30,522 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2010 23,465 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2010 23,456 miles

Offside Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 12 Oct 2009 13,296 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 22,273 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 15 Oct 2008 22,273 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 5 Jul 2007 22,273 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?

Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
722
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
47,189
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6,210
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 3,809
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2,327
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 2,314
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 2,123
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LJ04 RMU is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 11,300 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Piaggio Vespa fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 6,210 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ04 RMU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 22 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LJ04 RMU registered?

LJ04 RMU is a 2004 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 12 May 2004.

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